Arlington, TX – In a shocking upset, Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in their eight-round boxing match last night at AT&T Stadium. The judges scored the bout 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73, all in favor of Paul.
The fight was Tyson’s first professional bout since 2005, and many expected the former heavyweight champion to make quick work of the YouTuber-turned-boxer. However, Paul proved to be the more agile and accurate fighter, landing 78 of 278 punches (28%) compared to Tyson’s 18 of 97 (18%).
Paul stunned Tyson several times in the early rounds, but was unable to secure a knockout. Despite this, he was clearly the better boxer on the night, outlanding and outmaneuvering Tyson throughout the fight.
The victory is the biggest of Paul’s young career and will surely silence some of his doubters. He is now 7-1 as a professional boxer and has defeated a boxing legend.
Tyson, meanwhile, falls to 50-7 in his career. At 58 years old, it is unclear if he will continue to fight.
The fight was a huge financial success, with Paul reportedly earning around $40 million and Tyson taking home an estimated $20 million.
Reactions to the Fight
The boxing world was quick to react to Paul’s upset victory. Many praised Paul’s performance and acknowledged his improvement as a boxer. Others criticized Tyson for taking the fight and questioned his motivation.
“Jake Paul is the real deal,” said former boxing champion Lennox Lewis. “He’s a skilled boxer with a lot of heart. I think he has a bright future in the sport.”
“I’m disappointed in Mike,” said former Tyson opponent Evander Holyfield. “He should have never taken this fight. He’s not the fighter he used to be.”
What’s Next for Paul and Tyson?
Paul has stated that he wants to continue fighting and is targeting a bout with Nate Diaz next. Tyson’s future is uncertain, but he has not ruled out another fight.
Additional Notes:
- The fight was streamed live on Netflix and was a huge success for the streaming service.
- The undercard featured several other exciting fights, including Katie Taylor’s victory over Amanda Serrano.
- The event was a major spectacle, with celebrities such as LeBron James and Jamie Foxx in attendance.
